Those choosing to enter in the performance category may do so with or without craftsmanship judging. This may be because of her shyness, cosplay costumes or a crush on the player which is debatable because the letter sent to the player is about gratitude. If the player disappears or becomes absent for a while, Isabelle takes in the workload of the mayor herself until the player returns. On the Valentine’s day event in New Leaf, mikucosplay she appears embarrassed in the introductory segment and sends them a chocolate cake.